Fly 98 Guide Service in Shell Point

Fly 98 Guide Service specializes in shallow-water fly and light-tackle fishing along the Forgotten Coast. Captain Justin Wallheiser operates from the Shell Point area and guides surrounding waters including St. Marks, Panacea and Alligator Point.

Contact and booking details

Captain Justin and the skiff

A native Floridian raised near the coast south of Tallahassee, Wallheiser describes more than two decades of experience on these waters. His biography also notes involvement with Florida Big Bend Flyfishers and an interest in coastal conservation.

The listed boat is a Mitzi 17 powered by a 70-horsepower Yamaha. It is set up for one or two anglers, with a shallow draft suited to flats fishing. This is a small-guide-boat experience with room to concentrate on casting and presentation.

Fishing styles and published rates

Fly outings pursue fish such as redfish, black drum, tripletail and tarpon. Light-tackle trips use techniques including soft plastics, spoons and live bait. The captain adjusts the location and method to tides, season and the angler’s experience.

Published rates are $450 for a half day, $600 for a three-quarter day and $750 for a full day. Tarpon trips are full-day only at $750 and can use fly or heavy spinning tackle. Confirm the exact hours and launch time for the booked date.

What is included

The charter pages include rods, reels, tackle, fishing-license coverage, drinking water and a cooler with ice. Gratuity is separate. Bring personal food, other drinks and the sun or rain protection appropriate to the forecast.

Call or email Justin to discuss casting experience, preferred species and whether you want to use your own equipment. Confirm the boat ramp and cancellation terms with the reservation. The Crawfordville contact address is not a confirmed passenger boarding location.

Details checked September 26, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Sources and photos

• Fly 98 Guide Service — Official website
• Fly 98 Guide Service — About captain wallheiser
• Fly 98 Guide Service — Tarpon fishing charters
• Fly 98 Guide Service — Rates
• Fly 98 Guide Service — Fly fishing charters
• Fly 98 Guide Service — Light tackle fishing charters
• Fly 98 Guide Service — Contact

Featured photo: Fly angler casting from the bow of a skiff at sunset. Photo from Fly 98 Guide Service.